First Alert SA97CN User Manual

BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert

®

brand products 

warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase, the
Model SA97B will be free from defects in material and workmanship. 
In addition, BRK warrants that for a period of five years from the date of
purchase, the Model SA87B will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or
any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty
period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured prod-
uct or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement
may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is
your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of 
initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales
receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.
BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do
not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and 
conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting
from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on
improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an author-
ized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God,
such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are
included with this unit.

BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the
extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of mer-
chantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the
duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary
from state to state or province to province. 

Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs
Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time,
Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the
model number and date of purchase available when calling. 
303 Nelson Avenue, Neosho, MO 64850-8806.

Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written
or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular 
purpose with respect to battery.

Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or
weak batteries, a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Smoke Alarm
cover, or installation in an improper location. Clean the Smoke Alarm as
described in “Regular Maintenance,” and install a fresh battery, then test
the Smoke Alarm again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test
button, or if the problem persists, replace the Smoke Alarm immediately. 

If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under 
warranty, please see “How to Obtain Warranty Service” in the Limited
Warranty below.

Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one
Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bed-
room. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and
interconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.
For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke
Alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements,
where temperatures normally remain between 40˚F (4˚C) and 100˚F
(38˚C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarms.

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On every level of your home, including finished attics and base-
ments.

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Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with doors closed.

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In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleep-
ing areas, install a unit in each. 

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If a hall is over 40 feet (12 meters) long, install an alarm at each end.

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At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at bottom of
basement stairway.

Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to
state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department
for current requirements in your area. It is recommended AC or AC/DC
units be interconnected for added protection.